Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed attic conversion, including the dormer scale and front-facing rooflights, is considered compatible with the character of the area and complies with the Fingal County Development Plan 2017-2023, specifically Objective DMS41 and Section 12.4, without negatively impacting residential or visual amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 100mm set down of the dormer from the main ridge is acceptable under Objective DMS41 as it does not adversely affect the dwelling's character or the area's visual amenity.
- A dormer width of 3.9m is not considered dominant, as it occupies less than 50% of the rear roof slope and follows established precedents for similar developments in the immediate vicinity.
- The inclusion of front-facing rooflights is consistent with the established pattern of contemporary development in the wider area and does not result in an undue visual impact on the streetscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal County Development Plan 2017-2023Section 12.4 (Design Criteria for Residential Development)Objective DMS41 (Dormer Extensions)Zoning Objective 'RS' (Provide for residential development and protect and improve residential amenity)
Decision Document Summary
This first-party appeal relates to a planning decision by Fingal County Council (FW21B/0051) for an attic conversion at 34 The Grove, Clonee. The development includes a roof reconfiguration from hipped to gable, a rear box dormer, and front rooflights. While the Planning Authority granted permission, they attached conditions (2a, 2b, and 3) restricting the dormer's width and height and mandating the removal of the front rooflights to avoid visual intrusion. The Inspector evaluated the site, whic...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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